BOWLED Meaning and
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Bowled is a verb that primarily refers to the act of delivering or throwing a cricket ball towards the batsman with the aim of striking the wickets and dismissing the batsman. It is usually performed by a bowler, who runs along a pitch before releasing the ball towards the batsman. The delivery is made with an underarm motion, in which the bowler's arm is swung forward below the waistline.
In cricket, being "bowled" occurs when the ball touches the stumps and dislodges at least one of the bails, resulting in the batsman being out. The dismissal can occur in various ways, such as when the ball hits the stumps directly or after hitting the batsman's bat or body. This form of dismissal is considered one of the most effective and skillful ways to remove a batsman from the game.
Beyond cricket, the term "bowled" can also be used metaphorically to describe a person, situation, or event that has left someone completely surprised, overwhelmed, or astonished. In this context, it implies being caught off guard or taken aback by something unexpected or remarkable.
Overall, "bowled" primarily relates to the action of delivering a cricket ball as a bowler and the effect it has on the stumps and the batsman. However, it can also be employed in a figurative sense to express surprise or astonishment.
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Etymology of BOWLED
The word "bowled" is derived from the noun "bowl", which originally referred to a round, deep dish or container used for holding and serving food. The term "bowled" began to be used as a verb in the context of the sport of bowling. Bowling involves rolling a ball in an attempt to knock down a set of pins, and when the ball successfully hits the pins and causes them to fall, it is referred to as being "bowled down". Over time, the term "bowled" has come to represent the act of throwing a ball in bowling, and specifically refers to a delivery that successfully knocks down the pins.
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Conjugate verb Bowled
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